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    What parts washer solution?

    What are you guys using in your parts washer? Just got one and wondering what would be a good general cleaning solution for the usual grimy, greasy,car parts. Dave
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    double flaring tool question

    I know its been tossed around before-did a search but want to make sure. I need a double flaring tool for standard 3/16" brake line. Nothing fancy, just ordinary line. After some research I'm thinking of going for the Ridgid...
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    Tire changer question

    As for your lack of power, you cannot "stretch" a bead. Beads are made of steel wire and do not stretch. The process of mounting a tire on most automotive wheels requires the bead to be in the drop-center portion of the wheel opposite the mounting bar. Since you cannot stretch the bead, you...
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    Tire changer question

    Ive always wanted a garage type air tire changer and finally bought a used one. Its an Aamco brand very similar to the older Coates model 2020. Anyway I tried changing some tires on it and I can get them off with no problem but it doesn't have enough power to stretch the bead to pop tires back...
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